6 G ifts D ad I s S ure to L ove IT’S DAD’S DAY! Dad is a very important person in your life! Every year when Father's Day rolls around, it can be tough to come up with the perfect gift, whether it be for your dad, a new father, your grandfather, or a father figure. Getting creative can be tricky, but this list is sure to help you with an idea or two for all different price ranges! Wallet Why not go really classic and opt for a thoughtful and practical gift? Most men’s wallets see a lot of wear and tear. After all, they’re sat on, toted around in pockets all day long, and sometimes forgotten about and sent through the wash. A new one just may be in order! Massage Gun Massage guns are rising in popularity. To help Dad recover from soreness and injury or just a tough workout, a massage gun will do the trick! The best part is that they range in price, and you can even purchase one on Amazon! Apple Watch Strap Does the dad you’re celebrating own an Apple Watch? If so, help him customize it with a new Apple Watch strap. You can choose from many materials, colors, and designs so he can blend in or stand out as much as he wants. A New Cooler Men love their coolers — it’s a foolproof Father’s Day gift! Whether Dad loves to camp, fish, tailgate, go to the beach, or barbecue in the backyard, he’s sure to appreciate a new way to store ice, drinks, food, or bait!
Tool Bucket Organizer Is your dad a bit of a handyman? Help him get organized and never lose track of his tools again. Tool bucket organizers come in many forms and, again, can be purchased right online, making your shopping easy! Bluetooth Headphones or Speakers If your father doesn’t have Bluetooth headphones or speakers yet, he’s missing out. The opportunity to jam out wirelessly while working out, cutting the grass, doing hobby work, or just relaxing is effortless with this thoughtful gift.
WHAT IS TRIANGULATION?
A N arcissistic A buse T actic
Many narcissists will use a number of manipulation methods in an attempt to control situations and people. While we’ve become familiar with terms like projection and gaslighting, there's another method narcissists use that people aren’t familiar with. Triangulation is a form of manipulation where one person uses a second person to manipulate a third person. When people triangulate, they may do it to increase their status, feel superior, acquire material gains, or achieve another selfish purpose. Disingenuous and sneaky strategies like this influence others to get them what they want. Everyone has probably used triangulation innocently at some point, but people with serious mental disorders take it to a new level of toxicity. An example of triangulation between spouses is when a husband makes up a story about a coworker who is interested in him or a wife tries to use other men to make her husband jealous. Even one spouse bringing up gossip about the other spouse can be considered triangulation.
Triangulation can also happen between parents and children. It is often identified as parental alienation. A narcissistic parent may triangulate one sibling against the other by referring to one as the “good child” and the other in a less-endearing way. It also happens when one parent tells the child to do something that the other parent doesn’t approve of — as long as they don’t tell the other parent. It allows one parent to gain favor with their child at the expense of the other parent. If you’re constantly dealing with someone who makes you feel insecure, manipulates your actions, or makes you compete for their love and affection, you’re probably dealing with toxic triangulation behaviors. It can help to speak with a mental health professional about how to set appropriate boundaries. If you’re dealing with this situation as part of a Southern California family law case, give our office a call.
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